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1 King Bed|NS| Kitchen

1 King Bed|NS| Kitchen
San Marcos
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
The price is CA $108
CA $125 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28
1 King Bed|NS| Kitchen

The Palmer's Guest House - The Great Getaway in Central San Marcos

The Palmer's Guest House - The Great Getaway in Central San Marcos
San Marcos
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (195 reviews)
"Great place to stay while visiting my son. A short walk to the square and anything else you may need. Really enjoyed going to Palmers for dinner next door. Ty for a great stay!"
United States
Ashley D.
The price is CA $196
CA $303 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 30 - Jul 31
The Palmer's Guest House - The Great Getaway in Central San Marcos

Spacious Patio + Close to The Square + Pet Friendly + Full Kitchen

Spacious Patio + Close to The Square + Pet Friendly + Full Kitchen
Dunbar
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (49 reviews)
"Great house - enjoyed our stay "
United States
Rachael T.
Spacious Patio + Close to The Square + Pet Friendly + Full Kitchen

Chic Ground Level 1BR 1BA | Luxe Living

Chic Ground Level 1BR 1BA | Luxe Living
San Marcos
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Our stay here was wonderful! Property was clean and well stocked with towels, linens, toiletries etc. It was clean and very modern. Check in was smooth and communication with manager was prompt and professional. Property is conveniently located about 10 minutes from Texas State. I will definitely be booking again since my daughter will be attending the university Fall 2026."
United States
Lydia A.
The price is CA $140
CA $360 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Chic Ground Level 1BR 1BA | Luxe Living

TXST Cozy and centrally located

TXST Cozy and centrally located
San Marcos
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (17 reviews)
"Entire process from check-in to check-out went flawlessly. A great place in a fun town. Will definitely be back."
United States
Tony C.
The price is CA $166
CA $285 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28
TXST Cozy and centrally located

The Downtown Abbey- The Great Hall

The Downtown Abbey- The Great Hall
Heritage
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Yes, our host stayed in contact and was inviting."
United States
Shannon C.
The price is CA $145
CA $449 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
The Downtown Abbey- The Great Hall

Charming 2 bedroom in San Marcos

Charming 2 bedroom in San Marcos
San Marcos
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"The property was spotless and the perfect location for visiting our son at Texas State! Will use this location again if it’s open for our next trip to San Marcos!"
United States
ddellwo D.
The price is CA $211
CA $493 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Charming 2 bedroom in San Marcos

Walk to the crystal clear San Marcos river

Walk to the crystal clear San Marcos river
Heritage
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (38 reviews)
"Can’t wait to come back!"
United States
Spencer J.
The price is CA $254
CA $356 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 8 - Aug 9
Walk to the crystal clear San Marcos river

Enchanted Mermaid Cottage~Fire pit~Great backyard

Enchanted Mermaid Cottage~Fire pit~Great backyard
San Marcos,
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Great spot"
United States
Roy B.
The price is CA $285
CA $648 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Enchanted Mermaid Cottage~Fire pit~Great backyard

The Bohemian - A Hill Country Cottage

The Bohemian - A Hill Country Cottage
San Marcos
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (16 reviews)
"The location was very private and quaint. It did have an odor coming from the kitchen but other than that the house was clean and adorable. We were very pleased with our stay. "
United States
Belinda P.
The price is CA $104
CA $261 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28
The Bohemian - A Hill Country Cottage

Twisted Oaks

Twisted Oaks
San Marcos
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Super friendly, beautiful property. Dark sky and great stars "
United States
Kelly Q.
The price is CA $67
CA $99 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Twisted Oaks

The Lookout - A Hill Country Cottage

The Lookout - A Hill Country Cottage
San Marcos
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Clean, cute, kitchen well stocked"
United States
Kylin L.
The price is CA $118
CA $279 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 29 - Jul 30
The Lookout - A Hill Country Cottage

The Library - A Hill Country Cottage

The Library - A Hill Country Cottage
San Marcos
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (6 reviews)
"It was an absolute delight and the place was clean and fun. "
United States
indrani g.
The price is CA $93
CA $248 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 29 - Jul 30
The Library - A Hill Country Cottage

LUXURY BEDDING _ 1 Mi. to Square/Campus

LUXURY BEDDING _ 1 Mi. to Square/Campus
San Marcos
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (42 reviews)
"Clean, perfect house to visit our daughter and enjoy a football game with her and her friends!"
United States
Cybil G.
The price is CA $262
CA $624 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
LUXURY BEDDING _ 1 Mi. to Square/Campus

Rest In Peace on Perkins

Rest In Peace on Perkins
San Marcos
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"The most comfortable and convenient home away from home!!! Will definitely stay again!!! "
United States
Jackie L.
The price is CA $207
CA $420 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 19 - Aug 20
Rest In Peace on Perkins

2 King Beds in Relaxing Oasis in Texas Hill Country - Free Wi-Fi, Parking, Snack

2 King Beds in Relaxing Oasis in Texas Hill Country - Free Wi-Fi, Parking, Snack
San Marcos
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Great property and great host!"
United States
Brian B.
The price is CA $275
CA $487 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
2 King Beds in Relaxing Oasis in Texas Hill Country - Free Wi-Fi, Parking, Snack

⭐️Rustic Hill Country Barn retreat on acreage⭐️

⭐️Rustic Hill Country Barn retreat on acreage⭐️
San Marcos
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"The house was everything we could ask for it was great! "
United States
Javin I.
The price is CA $209
CA $556 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 28 - Jul 29
⭐️Rustic Hill Country Barn retreat on acreage⭐️

Hill Country Bungalow at Mosaic

Hill Country Bungalow at Mosaic
San Marcos
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2 reviews)
"Cozy little bungalow. It was difficult to find the cottage in the dark, but otherwise the check-in was seamless. Very quiet and secluded. It is an older cottage, but remodeled with antique charm. The WiFi and air conditioning worked well. There was great water pressure in the shower although the shower head was a little low."
United States
Nicole M.
The price is CA $107
CA $235 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 29 - Jul 30
Hill Country Bungalow at Mosaic

Kind Of Blue - A Hill Country Cottage

Kind Of Blue - A Hill Country Cottage
San Marcos
6.4 out of 10, (6 reviews)
"Loved this cozy secluded cabin! Was clean and easy to get to. Just minutes from town and 30min give or take from floating the river."
United States
Jennifer E.
The price is CA $134
CA $297 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 29 - Jul 30
Kind Of Blue - A Hill Country Cottage

Walk to TX State - Kitchenette - Workspace - Pet Friendly - Monthly Available

Walk to TX State - Kitchenette - Workspace - Pet Friendly - Monthly Available
Rio Vista
6.0 out of 10, (4 reviews)
"What a lovely little space - it looks just like the photos! It is so convenient to essentials and the university campus. It's a college town neighborhood with a great workspace and room for a group of 5 comfortably. "
United States
Angela L.
The price is CA $130
CA $453 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Walk to TX State - Kitchenette - Workspace - Pet Friendly - Monthly Available
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You always said you would go on a dream vacation someday. Now, someday is here. But you don’t just want to dip your toe into the trip of a lifetime, you want to cannon ball into the deep end. Go ahead, unplug and unwind in style. When you book one of our vacation rentals, the ordinary is in the rearview. Instead of sharing your vacation with hundreds of hotel guests, you get to take advantage of all the space at your private apartment or room. You also get to enjoy all the amenities of a private residence for a truly unique and memorable stay. Why don’t you take off your shoes and settle in for a while? Your vacation just got upgraded.

As much as you love your short-term rental, it’s always good to get out and explore to soak up . Live like a local: Eat regional food, cheer on the home team, and visit the best cultural attractions in town. No matter the season, there is always something going on in . Seeing all the best attractions is bound to make you fall in love with San Marcos. Who knows, you may even be tempted to extend your vacation rental stay. There’s a reason home rentals are so popular here—after a long day of exploration, going back to your very own living room to stretch out is a dream come true.

It’s your escape so why share it? You deserve your own slice of paradise. Booking your vacation rental on Expedia is simple and safe. Just pick your dates to search for the perfect property and book securely. We let you contact the property owner directly to make any special arrangements. All that’s left to do is show up with bells on and have a memorable vacation. With all the amenities available in short-term rentals, that won’t be hard to do.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I find vacation rentals in San Marcos?

Yes, we have vacation rentals in San Marcos close to Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park, or you can select a more remote option if you're looking for a relaxing stay. Visitors like the array of shops and scenic riverfront in San Marcos. Make sure to also enjoy the college campus and top-notch restaurants during your vacation.

What are some of the best vacation rentals in San Marcos?

Beautiful Lakefront Cabin Something For Everyone: You might like this vacation home rental near San Marcos. It offers a private balcony, a private yard, and a barbecue grill to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop, so you can cook with friends or family.

How many vacation rentals are there in San Marcos?

With 96 Expedia vacation rentals, you're sure to find just the right place for your San Marcos stay.

What’s there to see and do in San Marcos?

Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park and Young County Arena are a couple of family-friendly sights, whereas cultural attractions include Texas Music Theater and Charles S. Cock House Museum. Other popular places to visit in the area include San Marcos Premium Outlets and Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark.

What’s a vacation rental in San Marcos like?

Vacation rentals are private properties you can stay in for a couple days or more in San Marcos. Vacation rentals feature extras such as WiFi and washers and dryers so you'll have everything you need. If you're concerned about cleanliness, a vacation rental can offer a sense of security away from shared hotel elevators and busy lobbies while still allowing you a great travel experience. You'll also get more space in a vacation rental than in a hotel, which makes a vacation rental an attractive option for a family trip or a small group gathering.